Some people are getting a 404 message.

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  dominichly · Member · May 22, 2014 at 4:53 pm

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  Some people using Safari or Firefox browsers are getting a 404 message, even though I can see the website fine.

  I recently mapped my blog onto a URL that I owned, could this be causing problems?

  http://www.wreckingshop.com

  Dom

  The blog I need help with is: (visible only to logged in users)

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  jeremeylduvall · Member · May 22, 2014 at 5:24 pm

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  Hi Dom,

  Are you attempting to map your domain (wreckingshop.com) to WordPress.com? If so, you’ll need to change the name servers as explained here:

  http://en.support.wordpress.com/domains/map-existing-domain/#how-to-change-your-name-servers

  Currently, your domain is pointing to a self-hosted site rather than your WordPress.com blog.

  Let’s get that sorted out, and then, we’ll work on making sure the domain works for everyone!

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  dominichly · Member · May 22, 2014 at 6:59 pm

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  OK, I’ve changed the Name Servers as described in the article. Do I need to map the domain again?

  Dom

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  dominichly · Member · May 22, 2014 at 7:36 pm

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  So just heard from a few people and apparently they are still seeing a 404 message.

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  jeremeylduvall · Member · May 22, 2014 at 8:40 pm

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  Hey Dom!

  It looks like you’ve successfully changed the name servers. However, it can take a few hours for the new name servers to take effect. Please let me know if the domain doesn’t start working correctly within the next 8-12 hours.

  Just a note, you’ll likely need to clear your browser’s cache in order for the domain to load your WordPress.com site. Instructions can be found here:

  Solve Common Browser Issues

  Additional browser instructions can be found here:

  http://www.refreshyourcache.com/en/home/